Healing the Roots of the Trauma Tree: Attending to the Adolescent Wound; this 6 hour virtual program explores trauma and it's profound affect on development during the preparation phase of adulthood.

Adolescence is a critical developmental stage that profoundly influences how individuals experience and process adverse experiences and trauma. This program delves into three key areas of adolescent brain development to illuminate the heightened vulnerability to traumatic experiences during this time. Grounded in the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) framework, participants will explore how trauma during adolescence manifests in both immediate and long-term patterns of distress. Through the innovative concept of the "Trauma Tree," this workshop demonstrates how to identify and address negative cognitions by “digging out the roots.”

Attendees will gain a real experience during practice of therapeutic techniques and resourcing strategies that promote the formation of adaptive neural pathways, fostering resilience and recovery. By integrating these tools into clinical practice, participants will enhance their ability to support clients, improving therapeutic outcomes and addressing the deep wounds of adolescent trauma.